Jun 9, 2011
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To make a technical correction to the HUBZone…
Jeff Merkley
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Jeff Alan Merkley is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from Oregon since January 6, 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, Merkley has focused on issues such as healthcare, climate change, and economic inequality throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for progressive policies and has worked to address the challenges facing working families in Oregon and across the nation. Merkley is known for his commitment to transparency and accountability in government, often speaking out against perceived injustices and advocating for reforms.
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Jun 9, 2011
I ask unanimous consent that the reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To require the Secretary of Energy to establish an Energy…
Jun 9, 2011
Madam President, I reserve the right to object. I ask the Senator if he can hold off for a moment. We wish to consult with the chairwoman.
Jun 8, 2011
Madam President, I wish to speak to the bill before us on the Economic Development Administration. I rise specifically to talk about the issue that is on the minds of all Americans; that is, the topic of jobs. Unemployment is far too high…
Jun 8, 2011
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent to set aside the pending amendment so I may call up amendment No. 428, which is at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk will report. The assistant editor…
Jun 8, 2011
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendment No. 428
Jun 8, 2011
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To establish clear regulatory standards for…
May 26, 2011
Mr. President, I am deeply appreciative of the dialogue that has just taken place. It was William Pitt in England who commented that the wind and the rain can enter my house, but the King cannot. It captured the spirit and understanding of…
May 25, 2011
The American middle class is hurting. Workers are unemployed. Families are losing their homes. Parents are worried, for good reason, that their children will not have the same opportunity they had. American people have sent us to do a…
May 24, 2011
Mr. President, I rise to address the 4-year extension of the PATRIOT Act and to oppose that extension if the bill is not modified. I want to take us back to the principles on which our Nation was founded and, indeed, before our Declaration…
May 16, 2011
Mr. President, I rise to speak to S. 940. Tomorrow evening, we are going to have a vote on whether to proceed to debate this bill, which closes oil and gas tax loopholes, thereby raising a significant amount of additional revenue for…
May 16, 2011
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the time for debate on the motions to proceed to Calendar No. 42, S. 904, and Calendar No. 43, S. 953 be equally divided in the usual form. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it…
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